Characteristics of successful teams and potential barriers

Question

Assignment:

Using the module readings, the Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet, complete the following:

1. Select and describe at a high-level two different healthcare organizations. They may be competitors, providers in different countries, providers of different types of services, or hypothetical providers.
2. Describe the different organizational theories used by these organizations.
3. Explain the similarities and differences between the two organizations in the following areas:

• Use of teams
• Dealing with conflict
• Commitment to diversity
• Quality management
• Human resources recruitment
• Training and development
• Leadership techniques used by senior executives
• Change planning, development, and implementation
• Risk management and ethical issues

1. Analyze the factors that have shaped the organizations in terms of policy, funding, and regulation.
2. Clarify the differences between organizational theory, organizational development, and human resources management in healthcare.
3. Describe the differences in management of core functions (i.e., operations, financial, marketing, and human resources).
4. Analyze the ways in which each organization overcomes barriers to the change.
5. Analyze the common characteristics of successful teams and potential barriers.
6. Determine the areas where both organizations could make improvements to optimize their performance.

Write a 10 to 12 page report in Word format and utilize 6-8 scholarly resources in your research. Your paper should be written in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrate ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; and display accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.